Custom Wire Cloth Fabrication Services
Marco Specialty Steel is your headquarters for an extensive selection of stock wire-cloth products for companies across various industries, including refining, onshore and offshore drilling, parks and zoos, aerospace, and mining. We have the capability to provide custom fabricated wire mesh/cloth solutions to create the specialized product your business needs. We will develop and fabricate a product with the ideal shape, mesh size, mesh count, and/or weave type for virtually any application.
Wire Mesh Fabrication Capabilities
- Cutting and shearing
- Welding
- Slitting
- Stamping and notching
- Forming and bending
- Edging
- Rolling and straightening
Customizable Wire Cloth Products and Materials
Our custom wire mesh products include woven, welded, market grade wire mesh, space cloth, refinery grade wire, galvanized hardware cloth, mill grade wire mesh, filter cloth, and bolting cloth. Our metal materials include aluminum, carbon steel, stainless steel, galvanized steel, and exotic nickel alloys such as Inconel, Monel, and Hastelloy.
Custom Wire Cloth Fabrication Applications
Custom wire cloth fabrication supports a wide range of industrial, commercial, and architectural applications where strength, precision, and controlled openings are critical. From filtration and separation to enclosures, guarding, and infill panels, custom wire mesh is fabricated to meet exact performance requirements for each application.
Wire Cloth Fabrication for Filtration and Separation
- Wire mesh filters: can serve as catalyst support screens, hot gas filtration, and spin pack and extruder screens
- Wire mesh cylinders: cylinders with or without edge preparation used for efficiently separating solids from flowing liquids
- Wire mesh discs: used for filtering applications in industries such as petroleum, pharmaceuticals, metallurgy, and ship manufacturing
- Suction screens: Used in fire pump systems and underwater equipment to prevent debris intake
- Conical strainers: cone strainers or temporary strainers are cost-effective for start-up applications
- Cone strainers: filtering devices that provide protection for mechanical equipment such as pumps, valves, and meters
- Cup screens: rotating screens used in water and waste treatment processes
- Temporary pipeline strainers: used to process filtration and for protecting mechanical components from impact in products such as drinking water filters, medical devices, and agricultural sprayers
- Extruder screens: used as a filtering component during extrusion
Wire Cloth Fabricated Baskets, Trays, and Formed Components
- Wire mesh baskets: baskets used for sorting, screening, sifting, and other processes in the petroleum, mineral, chemical, and food industries
- Custom wire strainer baskets: baskets with a cross-member on the bottom used for a fire pump suction and other underwater machines, which are especially useful to diving and marine companies
- Wire mesh baskets: custom-made to your specifications, baskets may also be made of expanded or perforated metal
- Wire mesh trays: customized wire mesh trays in various sizes, metal types, and configurations for numerous industrial and commercial applications
- Custom-formed components: Including specialty shapes such as cones, cylinders, and fabricated assemblies
Custom Wire Cloth for Architectural and Enclosures
- Wire mesh infill panels: custom wire cloth infill panels for every industry used in architectural applications
- Security cages and partitions: Used for equipment protection, storage areas, and secure enclosures
- Machine guards: Protective barriers for equipment and personnel safety in industrial environments
Custom Wire Cloth for Industrial and Specialty Applications
- Vibrating screens and screening media: Used in material processing and separation systems
- Cable trays (wire mesh): Support systems for routing and organizing electrical cables
- Drying racks and handling systems: Used in finishing, coating, and processing operations
- Specialty fabricated screens: Including cap screens, cup screens, and other application-specific components
Architectural Wire Cloth Fabrication
Marco Specialty Steel provides custom architectural wire-cloth fabrication services to meet the demands of architects, engineers, and other design professionals. Our custom products will provide the design and safety benefits required for applications such as stair rails, parking garages, and fall protection.
We Have a State-of-the-Art Metal Fabrication Shop
Our modern 35,000-square-foot Houston facility includes a fully equipped, state-of-the-art fabrication shop where we can transform any stock wire product into a customized solution that will meet your exact requirements.
Our fabrication shop features the latest equipment — such as saws, shears, rollers, and welding machinery — that can accommodate just about any type of custom wire-cloth fabrication project. Just as important, our staff will work with your existing drawings or blueprints to deliver the result you are looking for.
Learn More About Our Custom Wire Mesh/Cloth Fabrication Services
Marco Specialty Steel has been providing fast, reliable wire cloth fabrications since 1992. Over the course of a quarter-century in business, we’ve established a stellar reputation as one of the top specialty-steel solutions providers in the USA. What’s more, we implement the most stringent quality control procedures for every project. Contact us for more information about our custom wire-mesh fabrication services and to get a no-obligation project quote today.
Marco Specialty Steel: Quality. Speed. Reliability.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wire Cloth (Wire Mesh) Fabrication
Below are some of the most common questions we receive about our custom wire cloth fabrication services.
What custom wire mesh fabrication services does Marco Specialty Steel offer?
Marco Specialty Steel offers a full range of wire mesh fabrication services including cutting, shearing, forming, welding, framing, and assembly. We fabricate wire mesh into custom panels, screens, baskets, and guards, ensuring each product is built to meet exact project specifications and ready for installation.
What are common applications for custom fabricated wire mesh?
Custom fabricated wire mesh is used in a wide range of applications including filtration systems, screening equipment, machine guards, enclosures, baskets, partitions, and architectural infill panels.
What materials are available for custom wire mesh fabrication?
Wire mesh can be fabricated from a variety of materials including carbon steel, stainless steel (such as 304 and 316), galvanized steel, aluminum, and specialty alloys such as Monel, Inconel, and Hastelloy. Material selection depends on factors like corrosion resistance, strength, temperature, and application requirements.
What finishes are available for fabricated wire mesh products?
Fabricated wire mesh products can be supplied in mill finish or with additional finishes such as galvanizing, powder coating, or painting. Stainless steel and aluminum may also be polished or treated for enhanced corrosion resistance and appearance, depending on the application.
How strong is fabricated wire cloth?
The strength of fabricated wire cloth depends on the wire diameter, mesh pattern, material, and type (woven or welded). Welded wire cloth typically offers greater rigidity and structural strength, while woven wire cloth provides flexibility and precision for filtration. Proper specification ensures the mesh meets the required load and performance criteria.
What tolerances can be achieved with wire mesh fabrication?
Fabrication tolerances vary depending on the mesh type, wire size, and fabrication method. In general, tighter tolerances can be achieved with heavier mesh and welded wire products, while fine woven mesh may have slightly greater variation. Marco Specialty Steel works to meet project specifications and can advise on achievable tolerances for each application.
What mesh sizes and wire diameters can be fabricated?
A wide range of mesh sizes and wire diameters can be fabricated, from coarse industrial mesh with large openings to fine wire cloth used for filtration. Options range from heavy-gauge welded wire mesh to ultra-fine woven mesh with high mesh counts, depending on the application requirements.
Can fine mesh or filtration mesh be fabricated without distortion?
Yes, but it requires careful handling and proper fabrication techniques. Fine mesh and filtration mesh are more delicate than heavier mesh, so processes such as precision cutting, support framing, and controlled welding are used to minimize distortion and maintain mesh integrity.